DoorDash and Melbourne United

Slam dunking the season away with 41,000 meals donated to Foodbank

During the 2022/2023 NBL season, DoorDash and Melbourne United (MU) partnered with Foodbank to donate meals for struggling Victorians.

Across Melbourne United’s 28 home and away games, DoorDash committed to donating $250 to Foodbank Victoria for every slam dunk made by an MU player, equating to a total of 500 meals. Closing the door on another incredible season, MU scored a total of 82 dunks, resulting in 41,000 meals delivered to Foodbank via DoorDash for those doing it tough.

DoorDash General Manager in Australia and New Zealand Rebecca Burrows said it was important to DoorDash to be part of this cause. “We are so thrilled to have established this formidable partnership with Melbourne United and Foodbank Victoria, which draws on our brand’s mission to empower local communities and create meaningful connections with the people we serve. Being able to deliver 41,000 meals to Australians living with food insecurity through such a wonderful sporting event fills us with such pleasure.”

Melbourne United CEO Nick Truelson voiced how proud he was to see his team so enthusiastically coming on board to support Foodbank while doing something they love.“ Being part of this initiative has been both eye-opening and rewarding for the entire Melbourne United team. We had 8 different players contribute to the tally, ranging from our tallest dunker (7ft) to our shortest (6ft), so it truly was a whole team effort. We are feeling immensely grateful to have been given the opportunity to give back to a cause so vital to the welfare of our community.”